GRE Word List

ELLIPTICAL

of, relating to, or shaped like an ellipse

The meaning of the word elliptical is of, relating to, or shaped like an ellipse.

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WordMeaning
zeniththe point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the nadir and vertically above the observer see azimuth illustration
presentimenta feeling that something will or is about to happen : premonition
stipenda fixed sum of money paid periodically for services or to defray expenses
ennuia feeling of weariness and dissatisfaction : boredom
discreteconstituting a separate entity : individually distinct
amenitiessomething that helps to provide comfort, convenience, or enjoyment
metaphysicalof or relating to metaphysics
delusivelikely to delude
sublimeto cause to pass directly from the solid to the vapor state and condense back to solid form
agitateto excite and often trouble the mind or feelings of : disturb